IELTS Multi-Standard Score Converter
Compare your IELTS band score with international testing standards. Convert directly to CEFR levels (A1–C2), Canadian CLB levels for Express Entry PR, TOEFL iBT (0–120), and PTE Academic (10–90).
Overall Band Equivalence Matrix
Adjust the overall IELTS band to see instantaneous score mappings across global testing standards.
Good operational command: handles complex language well and understands detailed reasoning.
CLB 9 (Writing/Speaking/Reading) | CLB 8 (Listening)
ETS official score concordance range equivalent to IELTS Band 7.0.
Pearson official concordance benchmark for Band 7.0.
Official Test Concordance Matrix
Comparative score ranges based on official concordance research from Cambridge, ETS, Pearson, and IRCC.
| IELTS Band | CEFR Level | Canadian CLB | TOEFL iBT | PTE Academic | Proficiency Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9.0 | C2 | CLB 10+ | 118–120 | 89–90 | Mastery / Proficient |
| 8.5 | C2 | CLB 10+ | 115–117 | 84–88 | Mastery / Proficient |
| 8.0 | C1 | CLB 9 | 110–114 | 79–83 | Effective Operational Proficiency |
| 7.5 | C1 | CLB 9 | 102–109 | 73–78 | Effective Operational Proficiency |
| 7.0 | C1 | CLB 8–9 | 94–101 | 66–72 | Effective Operational Proficiency |
| 6.5 | B2 | CLB 8 | 79–93 | 59–65 | Vantage / Independent |
| 6.0 | B2 | CLB 7 | 60–78 | 50–58 | Vantage / Independent |
| 5.5 | B2 | CLB 4–6 | 46–59 | 42–49 | Threshold / Independent |
| 5.0 | B1 | CLB 4–6 | 35–45 | 36–41 | Threshold / Independent |
| 4.5 | B1 | CLB 4–6 | 32–34 | 30–35 | Waystage / Basic |
| 4.0 | A2 | CLB 4–6 | 0–31 | 10–29 | Waystage / Basic |
How Score Concordances Work
IELTS, TOEFL iBT, and PTE Academic test different formats but measure the same underlying CEFR constructs. Concordance studies published by ETS, Pearson, and Cambridge provide statistical mappings, though university admission departments and visa authorities establish their own minimum cutoffs.
- Academic vs General: TOEFL and PTE are primarily academic, whereas IELTS offers both Academic and General Training modules.
- Section minimums: Universities frequently demand both an overall band (e.g. 7.0) and section minimums (e.g. no band below 6.5).
Canadian Express Entry CLB Secrets
For Canadian Express Entry, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) converts IELTS General Training scores into Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB). The famous "8777" (Listening 8.0, Reading 7.0, Writing 7.0, Speaking 7.0) achieves CLB 9 across all four abilities, unlocking maximum CRS bonus points.
Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate is the IELTS to TOEFL and PTE conversion?
Our conversion matrix is based on official concordance research published by ETS and Pearson. However, individual universities, professional boards, and visa authorities set their own specific score requirements and may not use direct linear substitution.
What is the '8777' IELTS score for Canadian immigration?
'8777' refers to IELTS General Training scores of Listening 8.0, Reading 7.0, Writing 7.0, and Speaking 7.0. Achieving these exact minimum scores awards CLB 9 across all four language abilities, which unlocks up to 50+ additional Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points in Express Entry.
What is the difference between CEFR B2, C1, and C2 in IELTS terms?
IELTS Band 5.5–6.5 corresponds to CEFR B2 (Independent User / typical undergrad requirement), Band 7.0–8.0 corresponds to C1 (Effective Operational Proficiency / postgraduate standard), and Band 8.5–9.0 represents C2 (Mastery / bilingual proficiency).
Does achieving an equivalent TOEFL score guarantee university admission?
No. While score equivalents give a realistic benchmark, universities specify exact accepted tests and section minimums in their admissions policies. Always check your target program's specific English language proficiency requirements.
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